Course Summary

Let us help you prepare for the Praxis Art - Content Knowledge exam with this easy-to-use test prep course. The topics you might well see on exam day are included in these concise lessons. They are accessible at any point by computer or mobile device.

About This Course

This Praxis Art - Content Knowledge exam study guide makes it easy to prepare for this teacher certification exam. Short, user-friendly lessons outline digital photography processes, artistic approaches/principles and the fundamentals of fiber art. Each lesson is accompanied by a self-assessment quiz, and you'll also find a comprehensive test at the end of each chapter to help you gauge your understanding and see whether you should further study any topics. Access the course at a time that fits your schedule, and submit questions if you need extra help with the material.

Syllabus & Course Information

The content in this course closely aligns with the topics that you'll encounter on the Praxis Art - Content Knowledge exam. The lessons examine the principles and processes of art making, as well as the historical/theoretical foundations of art throughout history. When you're finished working through the course, you should be able to:

Compare several artistic approaches and principles

Recognize common safety practices for making art

Break down the processes for painting, drawing, printmaking and digital photography

Display and present artwork

Convey knowledge of art and architecture of ancient civilizations

Assess early Christian, Byzantine, early medieval European, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and art

Identify the characteristics of Rococo, Neoclassical, Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and Romantic art and architecture

Discuss 20th-century and contemporary art

Evaluate the art and architecture of Africa, the Americas, the Pacific and Asia

Analyze and respond to art

Course Format

In this course, you'll find 140 lessons inside of 26 chapters. To solidify your understanding of art terms, periods, techniques and works, take the accompanying lesson quizzes and chapter exams. The course also comes with a final assessment that you can take to see how prepared you are for the Praxis Art - Content Knowledge exam.

Praxis Art - Content Knowledge (5134) Exam Information

The Praxis Art - Content Knowledge exam tests the skills and knowledge of entry-level art teachers to ensure they are ready to teach art professionally.

Number of Questions: 120

Question Type: Selected-response

Time Limit: 2 hours

Exam Cost: $120

Praxis Art - Content Knowledge (5134) Exam Breakdown

Praxis Art - Content Knowledge Exam Concept

Percent of the Praxis Art - Content Knowledge Exam

Approximate Number of Questions

Chapter Lessons

General art making

13%

15

11

Media and processes

51%

61

42

Materials and processes in an art historical context

5%

6

30

The Western tradition in art history

15%

18

33

Art beyond the western tradition

7%

9

17

Responding to art

9%

11

7

Praxis Art - Content Knowledge Exam Preparation & Registration

This study guide helps take the stress out of your preparations for the Praxis Art - Content Knowledge exam. Work at your own pace as you study the art and architecture of the Ancient Greeks and Ancient Romans, painting and drawing processes, the art of Africa and the Americas, and artistic approaches and principles. If you have questions about any of these topics, submit them through the Dashboard and one of our experts will supply answers.

This exam is offered at varying times on a monthly basis at testing centers located around the country and internationally. Registration and payment of the appropriate testing fees may be completed online, by mail or by phone. On exam day, you will be required to provide identification for admission into the testing center.

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